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2 January 2025 | 7 replies
I think the unsuccessful and struggling units who have not jumped ship yet will continue to do so, leading to less supply, increasing demand, and a better year for the successful units.
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28 December 2024 | 2 replies
Evan took an online class and learned how to replaster walls and yes I do mean old school plaster.
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31 December 2024 | 13 replies
Conclusion: A well-thought-out contract is the blueprint for renovation success.
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17 January 2025 | 20 replies
In my case, I’ve had success by focusing on areas with strong rental demand and potential for appreciation, like in VA and AL.
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12 January 2025 | 25 replies
Where we're still seeing success is doing exactly what you said you do NOT want to do...
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28 December 2024 | 6 replies
That property is now a reliable source of rental income and a constant reminder that success starts with taking action, learning on the fly, and embracing challenges head-on.
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31 December 2024 | 13 replies
Believe me, I’ve seen my share of ups and downs: from navigating interest rate spikes to figuring out out-of-state managment back when online tools weren’t half as good as they are now.
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29 December 2024 | 8 replies
My local cable, internet, cell and utility companies are already using it to field calls and answer questions online and phone.
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21 December 2024 | 12 replies
What would you assess your personal success rate is for 2024?
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30 December 2024 | 4 replies
Quote from @Jacob Hrip: I have read this one years ago and it is a great book by a very successful guy in the space!